Today we found smart retirement strategies for women, DIY cleaning products that you can make for pennies, and lessons we can learn from Jedi Master Yoda.
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
Last week I wrote that ailing banks usually give the highest interest rates and mentioned the troubles of IndyMac. Last Friday, the FDIC has officially named IndyMac a failed bank
Family Businesses... when your CEO is the brother Mom always loved best! Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they also face special challenges. Lea
Do you feel lost at the very idea of having a budget, let alone a comprehensive financial plan? Does it make your head hurt to think about how much you make and how much you spend?
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Best Money Tips: Smart Retirement Strategies for Women
Today we found smart retirement strategies for women, DIY cleaning products that you can make for pennies, and lessons we can learn from Jedi Master Yoda.
8 "Free" Things That Aren't
They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.
8 Ways to Be a Better Human by Living Like a Vampire
If you can look past their blood thirst and fundamental moral depravity, vampires have a lot to teach us about being human.
Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Holiday Shopping Budget?
Tell us if you have a holiday shopping budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Get Paid for your Psychic Skills at Predictify
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
What if energy costs keep rising?
Recession or not, I think the medium-term trend in energy costs is up. Just in case I'm right, you ought to have plan for that.
Best Money Tips: Tips to Save Money Daily
Today we found some stellar articles on tips to save money daily, the biggest problem with early retirement, and job benefits you can negotiate.
8 Surprising Ways Cheap Oil Impacts Your Wallet
The price of oil keeps on dropping — and that's good, right? Mostly, but there are some negatives, too, even if you don't work in the oil patch.
5 Big Ticket Wedding Items You Should Borrow Instead of Buy
Wedding season is fast approaching. Why not make your "Something Borrowed" work to your favor (and your budget)?
Can a Capsule Wardrobe Actually Save You Money?
Declutter your closet KonMari-style and then crunch the numbers. A capsule wardrobe can work if you plan carefully.
So Your Bank Failed, Now What?
Last week I wrote that ailing banks usually give the highest interest rates and mentioned the troubles of IndyMac. Last Friday, the FDIC has officially named IndyMac a failed bank
Family Businesses - The World's Second Oldest Business Model
Family Businesses... when your CEO is the brother Mom always loved best! Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they also face special challenges. Lea
Your House Is a Hobby, Not an Investment
Never think of a house as an investment. Instead, think of it for what it really is — a time and money hole that can be fun to own.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Financial Goals for 2018?
Tell us about your financial goals for 2018 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Help! My Money Scares Me!: Tips for Educating Yourself Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Do you feel lost at the very idea of having a budget, let alone a comprehensive financial plan? Does it make your head hurt to think about how much you make and how much you spend?
DIY Bedbug Detector Is Cheap and Effective and Full of Science
If you suspect you may have bedbugs, but aren’t sure how to test for them, try this DIY bedbug detector before calling in the bug sniffing dogs.
10 Hidden Housing Costs New Homeowners Don't Expect
Buying a house comes with tons of hidden costs — and newbie buyers tend to overlook these 10 big ones.
8 Financial To-Do's for College Freshmen
Don't make college more expensive than it already is with bad financial habits. Learn these fundamental money lessons before you head off to class.
7 Reasons Why I Savings Bonds Are a Good Choice for New Investors
Safety, low minimums, and other advantages make I Saving Bonds a good choice for new investors.
5 Money Saving Travel Gadgets
From clean water to dependable Wi-Fi, these money-saving travel gadgets have your next big trip covered.